Babytime Story time (3-12 mo) Spring 2025 9:00-9:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 28 & May 5 Babytime is for ages 3 – 12 months and begins @ 9:00 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: [...]
Monday Firststeps (12-24 months) Spring 2025 10:00-10:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 28 & May 5 Firststeps is for ages 12 – 24 months and begins @ 10:00 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/jdQiaTGikFYtMPVt7. [...]
Tuesday Toddler Time (2 years) Spring 2025 9:30-10:30 am, Tuesdays, Mar 11, 18, 25, Apr 1, 29 & May 6 Toddler Storytime is for children aged 2 years, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: [...]
PROGRAM FULL The Clapp Memorial Library hosts a bi-weekly writing group for adults aged 18+. Whether you write romance, mystery, fantasy, non-fiction, poetry, children’s books, or screenplays, you’re welcome to join us! Come meet with other writers and share what you’ve been working on over the past month, work on your writing, and more. If [...]
Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday, March 13 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through May 1. The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and, when practiced regularly, [...]
What "YA" Readin' is on Summer Vacation in July, and will meet again in August! The library's What "YA" Readin'? Book Group, a group for adults who read Young Adult books, will meet on Thursday, August 7th at 7:00PM to discuss Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins. Copies of the book are available for [...]
Preschool Story Time (3-6 years) Spring 2025 9:30-10:30 am, Thursdays, Mar 13, 20, 27, Apr 3, May 1 & 8 Preschool Story Time is for ages 3-5 and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/mYromqYwNvYb2gpNA. [...]
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet twice a week at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you're interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you're welcome to join the fun.
The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale Monday: 4:00-8:00pm Members Night – memberships available at the door Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-8:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale accepts cash, check, and credit card. Want to join the Friends? The Friends meet every third Thursday of the month at 6:30PM!
Would you like to start a garden but not sure where to begin? This introductory class is for you! Lindsey of Oak & Ash Farm will walk you the basics; everything from soil health, the best style garden for your property and how to get the most out of a small space. Companionship planting, starts [...]
Strum along with the Ukulele Play Along on the first Monday every month! Grab your ukulele and play along - because playing your ukulele is more fun when you do it with others. We'll be focusing on 3 and 4 chord songs, with lyrics and chords provided on screen. Participants will be muted, so don't [...]
The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale Monday: 4:00-8:00pm Members Night – memberships available at the door Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-8:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale accepts cash, check, and credit card. Want to join the Friends? The Friends meet every third Thursday of the month at 6:30PM!
The public is invited to the Clapp Memorial Library on Tuesday, April 8 from 6-7pm for an Art Exhibit Reception for Elizabeth Texeira’s Studio 3, Studio 4, and Honors Classes. The reception will celebrate the young artists’ work, which will be on display in the library throughout the month of April. Light refreshments will be [...]
The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale Monday: 4:00-8:00pm Members Night – memberships available at the door Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-8:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale accepts cash, check, and credit card. Want to join the Friends? The Friends meet every third Thursday of the month at 6:30PM!
Our Mystery Book Group is held on the second Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Join us as we discuss a different mystery novel each month. Email mmarszalek@cwmars.org with any questions.
The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale Monday: 4:00-8:00pm Members Night – memberships available at the door Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-8:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale accepts cash, check, and credit card. Want to join the Friends? The Friends meet every third Thursday of the month at 6:30PM!
Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday, March 13 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through May 1. The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and, when practiced regularly, [...]
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet twice a week at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you're interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you're welcome to join the fun.
The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale Monday: 4:00-8:00pm Members Night – memberships available at the door Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-8:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale accepts cash, check, and credit card. Want to join the Friends? The Friends meet every third Thursday of the month at 6:30PM!
Teens are invited to the library after school on the second Friday of the month for free snacks as they visit and use the library! Students must be in grades 7-12 and arrive between 2:00-3:30PM for a free snack, courtesy of the library, as supplies last.
The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale Monday: 4:00-8:00pm Members Night – memberships available at the door Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-8:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Book Sale accepts cash, check, and credit card. Want to join the Friends? The Friends meet every third Thursday of the month at 6:30PM!
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet twice a week at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you're interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you're welcome to join the fun.
Spring has sprung! Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to a springtime Teen Crafternoon on Wednesday, April 16th from 3:30-4:30PM in the library’s Activity Room. Attendees will learn the basics of cross-stitch and create their own cross-stitched flower card using a pattern. All materials and instruction will be provided. Space is limited. Email clapplibrarytab@gmail.com to [...]
PROGRAM FULL The Clapp Memorial Library hosts a bi-weekly writing group for adults aged 18+. Whether you write romance, mystery, fantasy, non-fiction, poetry, children’s books, or screenplays, you’re welcome to join us! Come meet with other writers and share what you’ve been working on over the past month, work on your writing, and more. If [...]
All are invited to the The Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library Board Meeting in the Activity Room at 6:30pm. For information email friendsofclappmemoriallibrary@gmail.com http://www.friendsofclapplibrary.org/ The Friends of Clapp Memorial Library is a volunteer not-for-profit organization dedicated to raising monies to assist the Library beyond the ordinary scope of the Library’s budget to reach its [...]
Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday, March 13 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through May 1. The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and, when practiced regularly, [...]
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet twice a week at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you're interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you're welcome to join the fun.
Come and see the Public Health Nurse, Kirsten Krieger RN, BSN, Quabbin Health District! No appointments needed, no charge! Blood pressure and blood sugar screening Health and wellness education Community resource connection Harm Reduction resources And more!
Magic: the Gathering Saturdays in March and April March 22nd, 29th, April 19th, 11 am to 1:30 pm April 26th, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Come play Magic: the Gathering in the Activity Room. Bring your own deck (and mats and dice) or use one of our learning decks. Everyone is welcome, however players must [...]
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet twice a week at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you're interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you're welcome to join the fun.
Learn how to capture beautiful images of nature in these photography workshops. Come for a short presentation and then go outside to explore for hands-on photography. You will gain an understanding of photography fundamentals, and then apply what you've learned. Attend one or both workshops. Registration is required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/wjKvvdZCbqhHRxPh6 Geared towards photographers [...]
A monthly book group for lovers of high fantasy, hard science fiction, fable, far future, and all of the speculative fiction options. We meet online via Google Meet. Upcoming reads: Bindle Punk Bruja / Desideria Mesa (5/27) Persephone Station / Stina Leicht (6/24) Monstress (graphic novel) / Marjorie M. Liu (7/22) Six Wakes / Mur [...]
Telescopes will be set up on Foley Field and a representative of Springfield STARS will lead us on a tour of the night sky and some of its most interesting and impressive sights. Please wear comfortable footwear and clothing to be able to stand outside for an extended period of time. To get to the [...]
Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday, March 13 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through May 1. The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and, when practiced regularly, [...]
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet twice a week at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you're interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you're welcome to join the fun.
PROGRAM FULL Outdoor Survival Skills Workshop with Frank Grindrod, author and director of Earthwork Programs LLC Students under the age of 10 must have a caregiver who is 14 years old or older on Library property during the workshop. Registration is required. Learn how to make a Survival Shelter like in Hatchet, how to set [...]
Learn Computer Basics at the Clapp Memorial Library! We’re partnering with Tech Foundry to offer a series of computer basics classes and drop in tech-support on alternating Fridays starting on April 25th and running through June 20th. Computer Basics classes run from 12-1 in our Activity Room, with Drop-In Tech Support available for everyone’s computer [...]
We're partnering with Tech Foundry to offer drop-in tech support on alternating Fridays starting April 25th through June 20th! Bring in your computer questions and quandaries, and let the troubleshooting begin. Find our Tech Foundry expert on the main floor of the library from 1-2PM, no appointment needed.
Registration required, click here to sign up. Learn how to capture beautiful images of nature in this series of photography workshops. Belchertown’s abundant natural resources offer limitless opportunities for creating amazing photos. Through these workshops, you’ll gain an understanding of photography fundamentals, and then go into the field to apply what you’ve learned. All levels [...]
Magic: the Gathering Saturdays in March and April March 22nd, 29th, April 19th, 11 am to 1:30 pm April 26th, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Come play Magic: the Gathering in the Activity Room. Bring your own deck (and mats and dice) or use one of our learning decks. Everyone is welcome, however players must [...]
Are you interested in having a greater cultural experience when you travel in the US or abroad? Do you have commitments preventing you from traveling yet you are still looking to make connections with the world? Are you 18 to 30 years of age and want a language or cultural immersion experience? Perhaps Servas is [...]
Our fiction book club, Clapp Critics meets every 4th Monday of the Month. Email mmarszalek@cwmars.org with any questions.
Babytime Story time (3-12 mo) Spring 2025 9:00-9:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 28 & May 5 Babytime is for ages 3 – 12 months and begins @ 9:00 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: [...]
Monday Firststeps (12-24 months) Spring 2025 10:00-10:45 AM, Mondays, Mar 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 28 & May 5 Firststeps is for ages 12 – 24 months and begins @ 10:00 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/jdQiaTGikFYtMPVt7. [...]
Afterschool Adventures: Enter the Abomination Vaults Calling all Belchertown Students for Afterschool D&D Tuesdays, 2:30-4:00PM, April 29th, May 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, and June 3rd Grab your dice and join us for our Spring Teen D&D Campaign! Something is stirring in the ruins of the Haruvex manor, abandoned since heroes defeated the evil sorcerer Belcorra [...]
Tuesday Toddler Time (2 years) Spring 2025 9:30-10:30 am, Tuesdays, Mar 11, 18, 25, Apr 1, 29 & May 6 Toddler Storytime is for children aged 2 years, and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: [...]
Clapp Memorial Library is offering a Stress Reduction Awareness course. The eight-week introductory course starts on Thursday, March 13 at 7 PM and runs every Thursday through May 1. The course is designed to teach and practice mindfulness-based skills. Mindfulness meditation skills teach us to be fully present in the moment and, when practiced regularly, [...]
What "YA" Readin' is on Summer Vacation in July, and will meet again in August! The library's What "YA" Readin'? Book Group, a group for adults who read Young Adult books, will meet on Thursday, August 7th at 7:00PM to discuss Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins. Copies of the book are available for [...]
Preschool Story Time (3-6 years) Spring 2025 9:30-10:30 am, Thursdays, Mar 13, 20, 27, Apr 3, May 1 & 8 Preschool Story Time is for ages 3-5 and begins @ 9:30 AM. Registration is required. Our story times feature age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays and art activities. Registration and confirmation required, sign up here: https://forms.gle/mYromqYwNvYb2gpNA. [...]
Imagination and nature will come together at Lake Wallace on Friday, May 2, from 4:30–5:30 PM for Fairy Seats & Future Sculpture: Creative Play at Lake Wallace, a free, all-ages event inviting the community to spark creativity and collaboration in the outdoors. Led by Kiran Jandu, a professor of fine arts and MFA candidate at [...]
Registration required, click here to sign up. Learn how to capture beautiful images of nature in this series of photography workshops. Belchertown’s abundant natural resources offer limitless opportunities for creating amazing photos. Through these workshops, you’ll gain an understanding of photography fundamentals, and then go into the field to apply what you’ve learned. All levels [...]
On Saturday, May 3 at 2:30pm, the Clapp Memorial Library will host a screening of the documentary, Acres of Clams. Eric Wolfe’s Acres of Clams is a feature-length video history of the Clamshell Alliance’s direct-action campaign against the Seabrook nuclear plant in the 1970s. Acres of Clams combines archival film footage and music with the [...]
The Woolies are a local fiber arts group who meet twice a week at the library to socialize and work on their various projects. Whether you're interested in knitting, crocheting, felting, weaving, embroidery, needle point, sewing, or another fiber art, you're welcome to join the fun.